Is a muscle relaxer ok for a pulled muscle?

[HeXploiT]

My wife pulled a back muscle lifting a heavy box last night is stiff and in pain this morning. I'm wondering if a muscle relaxer would be beneficial or if she should just stick with ibuprofen?

 

[JohnnyD123]

what muscle relaxer do you plan on using?

 

[HeXploiT]

Tizanidine(Zanaflex).

 

[SociallyChallenged]

It would probably be preferential to see a doctor if it's bothering her that much. You'd be surprised how easy it is to actually tear muscles in your back. I would just stick with ibuprofen to be perfectly honest.

 

[Billb2]

Muscle relaxers are pretty good ...anytime.

 

[JohnnyD123]

Originally posted by: Billb2
Muscle relaxers are pretty good ...anytime.

lol good advice......


but i agree with social in that you should definitely consult your regular doctor and see if its really necessary.

 

[sash1]

seems superfluous. i've injured my back before, just take a simple anti-inflammatory (ibuprofen) and rest/ice. a doctor will probably prescribe an anti-inflammatory like mobic (meloxicam) if you do go to see a doctor.